Senator James Sanders Jr. (D-Rochdale Village, Far Rockaway) is inviting business owners, budding entrepreneurs and those who would like to explore economic development opportunities to join him for a Women in Business Symposium in recognition of Women’s History Month. It will be a day to celebrate women making a difference in their communities, an outlet to encourage women to start their own businesses, and an opportunity to meet and network with successful women and make valuable connections. Audience members will be exposed to business leaders who will continue to be a resource and mentor to small business owners and assist with services in the areas of financial management, marketing/advertising and employee management. Panelists will include: Rhonda Binda – Director, Jamaica Business Improvement District Lourdes Zapata – Director, Empire State Development Julia Blair, RN, MA - Director & Owner, JMB Training Schools, Inc. Jessica Ormeno – Director of Women Business Center, EDC Goals: Recognize Business Leaders Recruit Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises Acquire and make new partnerships from the business community
Who: Women’s History Month Tribute to Woman in Business What: Celebrating Entrepreneurs When: Sunday, March 26, 2017 – 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Where: American Legion Hall – Post 483 Rosedale 240-08 135th Ave, Rosedale, NY 11422 |